A frequent candidate for Fairfax Town Council was arrested Monday on allegations he forged and cashed a $1,400 paycheck belonging to an ex-roommate.

Christopher Hallett Lang, 60, was booked into Marin County Jail on suspicion of burglary, forgery and grand theft. His bail was set at $50,000.

The investigation began after the former roommate reported that someone had cashed a paycheck intended for him, said Fairfax police Chief Christopher Morin. The check had been delivered to Lang's residence.

Fairfax police Detective Rico Tabaranza developed evidence that Lang had cashed the check at a bank to get money for himself. Lang admitted to doing so in a subsequent interview, according to Morin.

The case will be reviewed by the district attorney's office for potential charges. Lang could also have his probation revoked in two drunken driving cases from 2009 and 2011.

Lang was convicted of both on Aug. 29, 2011, and placed on probation for three years, said Deputy District Attorney Kevin O'Hara.

Lang, a community volunteer and former planning commissioner, ran for Town Council in 2009, 2011 and again last month, losing each time. He also ran in 1999.

During the 2011 election, he complained that he was being "targeted" by the Fairfax Police Department, which had arrested or cited him numerous times on allegations of driving violations, DUI or assault.